Debt Collection | Debt Collection News for 05/09/2009

N.J. bill aimed to stop 'abusive' debt collection delayed (The Star-Ledger)
TRENTON -- A bill aimed at stopping certain debt collection techniques has been delayed in the New Jersey Legislature. The Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee on Thursday was scheduled to consider the bill that would stop "abusive, deceptive and unfair" practices....

Add Friend? Debt Collectors Using Facebook To Track Down Debtors - ThePittsburghChannel.com

Add Friend? Debt Collectors Using Facebook To Track Down Debtors
ThePittsburghChannel.com, PA
Reports have recently surfaced of collectors using the networking site Facebook to track down those in debt. A blog run by Consumer Reports captured an image of a young, attractive woman allegedly used by a debt collector hoping to join someone's .

Crushing student debt draws takeover plan
Stephanie Shea didn't think her undergraduate and graduate degrees would end up costing her more than $100,000. After Shea graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1999, the job she accepted with a small nonprofit did not pay much, and she couldn't meet the $1,200 monthly payment on her loans...

The Fatal Attraction Method of Debt Collection | MetaFilter
805(b) of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (restricting third party disclosure) was written pretty much entirely with the aim of stopping these kind of naming and shaming tactics. If the lawyer Jennifer Dicks has retained is in ...

VideoFresh Air Forecast @ Your Desk: Fri. May 8, 2009
Natural or herbal supplements may cause problems for women and baby during pregnancy...

Unlawful debt collection practices - Senco Alaska Inc
Company: Senco Alaska Inc, Product/Service: Collection Agency, Summary: Unlawful debt collection practices...

Leaving is the hardest part - Tampa Bay Online
The past two years have been difficult ones for unemployed Americans like Terri Pierce. After losing her Powell, Ohio, home to foreclosure in late January, Pierce packed all the belongings that would fit in her car and moved to Florida. She left ...

Add Friend? Debt Collectors Using Facebook To Track Down Debtors (WTAE-TV Pittsburgh)
With many racking up their debt during the recession without the means to pay it, some collectors are turning to the Internet to get their money...

SoundBite Offers Collections Advice
When the economy turns south, collections activity via contact centers heads north as debt load mounts...

State sets new rules on free, low-cost hospital care - Baltimore Sun

State sets new rules on free, low-cost hospital care
Baltimore Sun, United States
Hospitals that knowingly violate sections of the new law, including a requirement to oversee debt collection contracts, could be fined by the rate-setting commission up to $50000 per violation. The Sun's series found that in some cases, .

Protesting Lifetime TV's "Deadbeat Dads" Show
" Lifetime TV, with its audience of 100 million households, announced the launch of a new reality series, Deadbeat Dads...

Fitch Takes Various Actions on Duke Funding High Grade III, Ltd.
Fitch Ratings has downgraded six and affirmed four classes of notes issued by Duke Funding High Grade III, Ltd...

N.J. bill aims to prevent debt collectors from 'abusive' practices - Newark Star-Ledger
TRENTON -- The New Jersey Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee today will consider a bill that aims to stop "abusive, deceptive and unfair" practices by debt collectors. Sponsors said the New Jersey Fair Debt Collection Practices Act would supplement ...

Bill to prevent 'abusive' debt collection stalls (Burlington County Times)
A bill aimed at stopping certain debt collection techniques has been delayed in the New Jersey Legislature...

PhillyBurbs.com: Bill to prevent 'abusive' debt collection stalls
Bill to prevent 'abusive' debt collection stalls. TEXT SIZE Increase text size Decrease text size. The Associated Press. A bill aimed at stopping certain debt collection techniques has been delayed in the New Jersey Legislature. ...

$500000 Award Against Collections Company Largest Yet - Think Relief Blog

Think Relief Blog

$500000 Award Against Collections Company Largest Yet
Think Relief Blog, Arizona
In one of the largest collection awards ever granted by a jury, a California couple has been awarded $500000 in damages for being harassed and threatened by the debt collection agency Credigy Services Corporation, reports InsideARM (EURœJury Awards .
The Faustos InsideARM
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Attorney General: North Company 'Deceptive' in Debt Collection (WWNY - WNYF Watertown)
A heating oil company in Malone engaged in "deceptive debt collection practices," according to the state attorney general. Vaincourt Fuels will pay a $5,000 fine for, among other things, claiming the company could automatically get a judgment in debt cases...

Heating oil supplier settles surcharge case
Six home-heating oil companies, including ones in the Hudson Valley and Southern Tier, have reached settlements with the state Attorney General's Office for various violations, including improperly adding surcharges for credit card payments...

Debt Collector Harassment (FOX 25 Boston)
Job loss, medical issues, and getting over-extended are just some of the reasons why people get stuck in debt. With the economy in crisis, defaults are at an all-time high. Creditors do have a right to the money they are owed. But some of the tactics collection agencies are using can only be described as outrageous...

N.J. bill aims to prevent debt collectors from 'abusive' practices (The Star-Ledger)
TRENTON -- The New Jersey Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee today will consider a bill that aims to stop "abusive, deceptive and unfair" practices by debt collectors. Sponsors said the New Jersey Fair Debt Collection Practices Act would supplement existing federal...

Debt collectors called in over unpaid Kingsmead bills - Northwich Guardian

Debt collectors called in over unpaid Kingsmead bills
Northwich Guardian, UK
Homeowners have to pay an annual maintenance fee to Kingsmead Landscape Management Company (KLMC), which this year comes to 85, but some have been billed for 182 by debt collectors Property Debt Collection (PDC). The original maintenance charge was .

Attorney General Warns of Debt Collector Scams - Kansas City infoZine

Attorney General Warns of Debt Collector Scams
Kansas City infoZine, MO
Attorney General Steve Six would like to remind Kansas consumers of their rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), and to be wary of providing personal information over the phone to callers representing themselves as debt collectors .
Debt Collection Agencies Get Away With Violating Consumer Rights The Open Press (press release)
Kansas AG, Insurance Dept. Issue Alert about Debt Collection Scam WIBW
When Debt Is Too Old To Be Collected CNBC
The Open Press (press release) - WIBW
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State orders Austrian man to pay 32 pence debt (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
Austrian authorities sent a debt collector to a man's house after he underpaid his trash collection bill by 36 euro cents, a newspaper said Thursday...

The "Fatal Attraction" Method Of Debt Collection | TPMMuckraker
Um. I am an attorney who used to deal with debt collection practices. This is really hard, probably, for the lay person to understand, but there is no less legalistic way to put this, so I will just go ahead and give you the legalese on ...

Mansfield and Ashfield filling stations in fuel-theft crackdown - Nottingham Evening Post
DRIVERS unable to pay for fuel after filling up at petrol stations in Notts will be forced to sign agreements to pay within seven days or face a visit from debt collectors. The No Means of Payment Scheme is launched on Wednesday, at 14 garages in the ...

Assembly Committees To Weigh Fair Debt Collection, Medical Errors .
Assembly committees Thursday will consider legislation to combat harassing debt collection practices, require the state to publicly report hospital medical errors and expand a tax credit program designed to lure development to urban ...

Leaving is the hardest part
The past two years have been difficult ones for unemployed Americans like Terri Pierce...

The Credit Guy: Company credit-card bill adds insult to injury - Arizona Daily Star
Q: I was recently downsized by my company and have started getting calls regarding the company card that was not paid in full by the company. I am receiving calls from a credit collection agency regarding this bill, and they are stating that I am ...

Debt Collectors Using Facebook - Today's THV

Debt Collectors Using Facebook
Today's THV, AR
In today's Web report, Jessica Duff takes a look at the issue of debt collectors using Facebook to contact people that owe money. But is it legal? Apparently it is not legal to use such tactics. It violates both state and federal law. .
Debt Collectors Using Facebook To Track People CBS13.com
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HOAs making more small claims - Mydesert.com
If the board of directors can locate the former owner, the small claims court may provide a quick and inexpensive means of getting a money judgment against the former owner for the debt. Here are some questions and answers about going to small ...

Issaquah Municipal Court offers debt reduction program - Issaquah Press
To help citizens who have outstanding traffic tickets and fines regain their drivers licenses, Issaquah Municipal Court is offering a debt reduction program through May 31. During this period, the court and its collection agency will waive the ...

Solve Debts Sees Increased Flexibility by Debt Collectors - PR.com
San Francisco, CA, May 02, 2009 --( PR.com )-- Solve Debts, a debt resolution company located in San Francisco, California is noticing an interesting trend taking place in the debt settlement industry. As the economic recession continues, Solve Debts ...

Attorney General: North Company 'Deceptive' in Debt Collection .
Both circumstances were spelled out Friday in a statement from attorney general Andrew Cuomo, who said Vaincourt has agreed to "stop engaging in deceptive debt collection practices" and pay $5000 to the state. ...

Debt collector hell? Know your rights - Walletpop.com
Last year, Jennifer Dicks bought a Chevy Cavalier, she says, from a company that promised a 100% approval rate on auto loans. Then times got tougher, and now she's checking her pots for bunny stew. In January, after she fell two months behind on ...

Perinton debt collection firm says it will add 150 jobs - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Perinton debt collection firm says it will add 150 jobs
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY
ConServe will be looking to fill positions in debt collection and counseling, training, quality assurance, human resources and supervisory roles. Mark Davitt, who started ConServe in 1985, said his company's success "pivots around our philosophy of .
Perinton debt collecting company adding 150 jobs Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
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Australia's Largest Collection Company Chooses Castel - InsideARM

Australia's Largest Collection Company Chooses Castel
InsideARM, MD
Its operations centers in Australia and New Zealand provide an extensive collection network, which together with their global affiliations, allow the company to offer a debt recovery service both locally and internationally. .

East African Career and Job-Hunting Blog: Expression of Interest .
DEBT COLLECTION Expression of Interest Date: MAY 2009 1. The Tanzania Bureau of Standards has set aside funds for the operation of the. Bureau during the financial year 2008/2009. It is intended that part of the proceeds ...

NJ bill aims to prevent 'abusive' debt collection (Daily Record)
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- Tough economic times have seen an increase in complaints about debt collectors. The New Jersey Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee on Thursday will consider a bill that aims to stop "abusive, deceptive and unfair" practices...

Mistaken Identity Woes; Proving it's not you
Bill Gephardt investigates another Medical Insurance Nightmare Imagine the power of medical billing, collection companies, and even state government ganging up on you over a debt you don't owe...

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Not a Loan. EDS is a solid company with 10 years of helping people with their debts...

Fresh Air Forecast @ Your Desk: Fri. May 8, 2009
Natural or herbal supplements may cause problems for women and baby during pregnancy...

Add Friend? Debt Collectors Using Facebook To Track Down Debtors
With many racking up their debt during the recession without the means to pay it, some collectors are turning to the Internet to get their money...

Debt Collector - My Fox Boston

My Fox Boston

Debt Collector
My Fox Boston, MA
EURœHe was just obnoxious, very sarcastic,EUR Stadelbauer says of the repeated calls from debt collectors, trying to hunt the army soldier down. EURœWhat kind of a welcome home is this? Your threatening to have legal action waiting for him when he steps back .

Crocs, Inc.A Q1 2009 Earnings Call Transcript
Reed Anderson - D. A. Davidson & Co. Mitch Kummetz - Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc...

Bill to prevent 'abusive' debt collection stalls (Burlington County Times)
A bill aimed at stopping certain debt collection techniques has been delayed in the New Jersey Legislature...

Administration boosts funding to replace private debt collectors - GovExec.com

Administration boosts funding to replace private debt collectors
GovExec.com, DC
By Robert Brodsky rbrodsky@govexec.com May 8, 2009 The end of the Internal Revenue Service private debt collection program could lead to a substantial increase in the agency's in-house tax enforcement workforce. President Obama's detailed fiscal 2010 .

Celebrating Mother's Birthday
CARL E. FEATHER / Star Beacon READY TO celebrate the 90th birthday of their mother, Genevieve Roach , are Judy Kaminski and Janet Pallo, Roach's twin daughters and owners of the Victorian Perambulator Museum in Jefferson...

PhillyBurbs.com: NJ bill aims to prevent 'abusive' debt collection
NJ bill aims to prevent 'abusive' debt collection. TEXT SIZE Increase text size Decrease text size. The Associated Press. Tough economic times have seen an increase in complaints about debt collectors. The New Jersey Assembly Consumer ...

Officials order man to pay 50-cent debt (Reuters via Yahoo! News)
Austrian authorities sent a debt collector to a man's house after he underpaid his trash collection bill by 36 euro cents, about 50 U.S. cents, a newspaper said on Thursday...

Administration boosts funding to replace private debt collectors
The end of the Internal Revenue Service private debt collection program could lead to a substantial increase in the agency's in-house tax enforcement workforce...

Buffett's Berkshire Reports First Loss Since 2001 on Conoco, Derivatives
Warren Buffett a s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. posted its first loss since 2001 on what the billionaire chairman has called his a oemajor mistakea of buying ConocoPhillips shares when oil prices were near their peak...

3 Debt Collection Techniques That Will Greatly Increase Cash Flow .
Effective debt collection techniques are necessary to any business, regardless of the state of the economy. Knowing how to persuade your customers to pay their delinquent, past due accounts on time will increase cash flow to your ...

13 hot jobs
Although most Americans are suffering in our current economic depression, some careers are remaining strong, maybe even bolstered by tough times...

Debt-laden go on borrowing: study - New Zealand Herald
Outdated credit laws are allowing debt-laden consumers to keep borrowing, a credit data collection group says. And one in 10 Australians who owe money to lenders intend to borrow more to survive tough economic conditions, the Veda Advantage study ...

Courts show mercy to people owing money
Folks who owe money on unpaid traffic tickets or other kinds of fines through district and municipal courts can get off the financial hook at a greatly reduced rate under a a oedebt reduction / relicensing programa this month...

Bill aims to prevent 'abusive' debt collection (Courier-Post)
TRENTON - Tough economic times have seen an increase in complaints about debt collectors...

New York Subpoenas Debt Settlement Companies
Charging that they offer consumers "false hope" while charging "tremendous fees," New York Attorney General Mario Cuomo has launched a nationwide investigation of debt settlement companies, which he said too often prey on consumers who have fallen onto financial hard times...

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Finance Minister Jim Flaherty confirmed Friday that new regulations will be proposed in the next few weeks relating to credit cards, but emphasized 'consumer protection' is only one side of this 'two-sided' coin...

Fair Debt Collection - California Lawyer: Rory Clark and Worldwide .
Debt collection company Worldwide Asset Purchasing, through their attorneys (fellow debt collectors) the Law Office of Rory W. Clark, has dismissed yet another lawsuit shortly after I became involved as attorney of record for my client...

Bill aims to prevent 'abusive' debt collection (Courier-Post)
TRENTON - Tough economic times have seen an increase in complaints about debt collectors...

Debt collector lands federal contract, will triple staff - Minneapolis-St Paul Business Journal
A Ham Lake debt-collection agency plans to grow rapidly after landing a contract from the U.S. Department of Education that could be worth as much as $50 million over the next seven years. National Recoveries Inc. , which now has almost 40 employees ...

Fredrickson still supplying answers...
As one of her last acts as Cassadaga attorney, Hope Fredrickson responded Wednesday to a question raised about the bonding associated with the village's $5 million water system improvement project...

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